2011 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 419 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Tundra | MKT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
